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WX08 DYD

2008 Lotus Europa

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,262 mi
Last recorded30,262 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lotus Europa30,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 DYD
MakeLotus
ModelEuropa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 30,262 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 30,222 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 30,198 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 30,160 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 29,972 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 29,893 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 29,871 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 29,181 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 27,848 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 25,683 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 24,281 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 21,419 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 18,370 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 15,371 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 14,744 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 14,450 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Europa?

Based on 3,956 MOT tests across 483 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
557
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 112
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 47
Stop lamp not working 45
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WX08 DYD is a 2008 Lotus Europa in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Lotus Europa models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 30,343 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Europa fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX08 DYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Europa typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 18 years old, this Lotus Europa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WX08 DYD?

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What year was WX08 DYD registered?

WX08 DYD is a 2008 Lotus Europa, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is WX08 DYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 DYD shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX08 DYD have outstanding finance?

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